The Lowest-Rated Titles of 2025, Per Review Aggregator Metacritic

At every turn, gamers are quick to share their rankings of the top games of 2025. Yet, where are the disasters, the low achievers? It's time to take a moment to recognize the absolute worst games of the year, based on the aggregate scores from Metacritic. Are all of these games truly as terrible as their scores suggest? Let's find out.

10. Switch 2's Welcome Tour

Metascore: 54/100, User Score: 3.4/10

First impressions to this showcase title were shaped by its $9.99 price tag, with many feeling cheesed off it wasn't a free pack-in like some other console launches. Professional assessment varied dramatically, from "crushing disappointment" to more generous appraisals that highlighted the charming software underneath the controversy. Regardless of the controversy, the title proved to be a notable seller during its launch month.

9. Rennsport

Aggregate Score: 53/100, User Score: 3.2/10

Presented as "not just a racing game," this driving sim from European developers garnered pretty unanimous reviews. The consensus was that the game was lacking in almost every category, especially in a year filled with excellent racing experiences. In the eyes of critics, this sputtering stinker was advised to be left in the garage.

8. Bubsy's Purrfect Collection

Aggregate Score: 53/100, Audience Score: 8.6/10

Before we start: the irritating title grammar is a minor strike against it. This collection of retro Bubsy titles features a rude feline known for constant hacky one-liners. Reviewers noted that these games were mediocre in their time and have not improved with age. The surprisingly strong user score stands as a baffling contrast to the Metascore.

7. Hunter x Hunter Fighting Game

Metascore: 53, User Score: 3.5

This *Hunter x Hunter* fighting game was met with widespread disappointment from both reviewers and players. Issues included a thin roster of characters and a minimal offering of content. Fan reaction was particularly negative, with some voicing a hope that the title's failure would be a warning for the developers.

6. Riders Vs Dogoos

Aggregate Score: 51, Audience Score: 5.3

Based on the niche Hyperdimension Neptunia series, this vehicle combat game tasks players with collecting slime-like creatures. Critics argued that its attempt to mimic a unique feel didn't land, coming across as more of a quick spin-off than a substantial addition to the franchise. Its brief runtime combined with a $40 price tag raised eyebrows.

5. Captain Blood

Metascore: 50, Audience Score: 5.3

This title is a resurrected relic from the mid-2000s, finally released after a very long time in production delays. The team behind it consciously chose to preserve the game as an original artifact of its time, fully aware that today's audiences might dislike its retro feel. As such, many reviews remarked that the fascinating story of its journey was more compelling than the actual gameplay.

4. Salvation

Metascore: 44, Audience Score: 2.4

This anime-styled third-person shooter drawing from games like *Returnal* fell flat with critics. Frequent criticisms were repetitive adversaries, monotonous stage design, and a unengaging plot. A particular feature involving the character's attire was seen as adding nothing and took away from the game's potential charm.

3. Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator

Metascore: 44, User Score: 4.9

Imagine the strategic surgery games of the past, then remove the memorable characters. That, according to reviews, is essentially *Ambulance Life*. Critics found the ambulance-driving sequences to be a slog, and the story's portrayal of serious themes was criticized as being poorly executed. The overall experience was deemed a missed opportunity.

2. Tamagotchi Plaza

Aggregate Score: 43, User Score: 5.8

This new direction for the classic virtual pet formula transforms the franchise into a shopping simulation title. The result, based on critics, was a unsatisfying collection of basic activities that quickly became boring. Some reviews went so far as to label it one of the lowest-quality titles available on its platform, noting a complete absence of engaging content.

1. MindsEye

Metascore: 37, Audience Score: 2.5

Intended to be a high-profile crime saga from a ex-Rockstar veteran's experienced developers, *MindsEye* was a notable critical flop. Reviews heavily criticized its lousy combat, uninspired storytelling, and a host of horrendous bugs. Critics found it to be a significant step back compared to much older games in the similar style. Despite the overwhelming criticism, a tiny number of positive user reviews found something to enjoy in the experience, serving as a lonely vote of confidence.